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Vermont and New York Hold Fossil Fuels Accountable

5/20/2025

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Vermont and New York are taking bold steps to combat climate change by implementing Superfund laws that hold major fossil fuel companies accountable for their greenhouse gas emissions. These groundbreaking laws aim to tackle the escalating costs of climate-related disasters, despite facing legal challenges from the industry and some Republican states. Lawmakers remain steadfast in their pursuit of justice and accountability.

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Story summary

Vermont and New York are taking bold steps to combat climate change by implementing Superfund laws that hold major fossil fuel companies accountable for their greenhouse gas emissions. These groundbreaking laws aim to tackle the escalating costs of climate-related disasters, despite facing legal challenges from the industry and some Republican states. Lawmakers remain steadfast in their pursuit of justice and accountability.